What is it?
Hair transplantation is a permanent, surgical solution for baldness and hair thinning, where your own hair follicles are transplanted from a donor area (usually the back of the scalp) to the thinning or bald areas.
It is most effective for:
- Male pattern baldness (Androgenetic Alopecia)
- Receding hairlines & thinning crown
- Eyebrow or beard restoration
Two primary methods are used:
- FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) – Strip method with sutures, now less commonly used
- FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) – Minimally invasive, stitch-free technique
How It Works
Donor Area Selection: Typically the back or sides of your scalp (where hair is genetically resistant to balding).
Graft Extraction:
- In FUE, individual hair follicles are extracted using micro punches.
- In FUT, a strip of scalp is removed and dissected into grafts.
Implantation: Extracted grafts are carefully placed in the bald/thinning area following your natural hairline and direction.
Healing & Regrowth: The grafts anchor in 10–14 days, and new permanent hair begins to grow in 3–4 months.
Key Benefits
- Permanent and natural-looking hair regrowth
- Customizable hairline design
- Low maintenance after healing
- Boosts confidence and appearance
- Can be used on scalp, beard, eyebrows, and even scars
Pros:
- Permanent hair regrowth
- Uses your own natural hair
- Minimal scarring (especially with FUE)
- No ongoing medicines required for results
Cons:
- Requires minor surgery under local anesthesia
- Full results take 8–12 months
- Costly compared to non-surgical options
- Not suitable for patients with extensive donor hair loss
- Maintenance sessions of PRP & GFC Therapy may be required to maintain the hair density.
- Medicines like Minoxidil, Finasteride etc. may be advised to maintain results of hair transplant for longer duration.
- Hair density may reduce significantly after few years of hair transplantation.
Price Range – India & Global
- India: ₹40,000 – ₹1,50,000 (depending on number of grafts: ₹20–₹70 per graft)
- Global: $1,500 – $10,000
Cost varies based on method (FUE/FUT), number of grafts, clinic expertise, and technology used.
Sessions & Duration
- Session Duration: 4–8 hours (depends on graft count)
- Number of Sessions: Usually 1, but large areas may need 2 sessions
- Hair Growth Timeline:
- Initial hair fall in 2–4 weeks (normal)
- New hair starts growing in 3–4 months
- Full results in 9–12 months
Side Effects (Usually Mild & Temporary)
- Mild swelling, redness, or discomfort for 3–5 days
- Temporary scabbing or shock loss (existing hairs may fall and regrow)
- Numbness or tightness in donor area (temporary)
- Infection (rare with proper hygiene)
Pain & Recovery
- Pain Level: Mild to moderate; managed with local anesthesia
- Recovery Time:
- Resume desk work in 2–3 days
- Avoid gym, sweating, or sun for 7–10 days
- Post-Care Includes:
- Gentle washing after 48 hours
- Avoid rubbing, itching, or caps
- Oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines (as prescribed)